NZ signs defence pact with Cook Islands after tense year
New Zealand and the Cook Islands have normalised relations after more than a year of tense disagreement. Winston Peters' very brief trip to Rarotonga concluded with the signing of a defence and security declaration. It also comes with the resumption of funding, though there remains a question over the amount. Political reporter Russell Palmer was there.
Checkpoint · RNZ
April 2, 20264m 8s
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New Zealand and the Cook Islands have normalised relations after more than a year of tense disagreement. Winston Peters' very brief trip to Rarotonga concluded with the signing of a defence and security declaration. It also comes with the resumption of funding, though there remains a question over the amount. Political reporter Russell Palmer was there.